2005 Mazda Carol vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Carol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Carol would be higher. At 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 740 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Carol | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Carol | Citi |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 657 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 49 L |