2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2005 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Hardbody and 2005 Volkswagen Citi were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Hardbody is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Nissan Hardbody. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Citi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 2005 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Hardbody | Citi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |
