2005 Nissan Platina vs. 2005 Volkswagen Citi

To start off, both 2005 Nissan Platina 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Platina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Platina (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Platina should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Platina weights approximately 215 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.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Platina (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Platina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Citi.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Nissan Platina 2005 Volkswagen Citi
Make Nissan Volkswagen
Model Platina Citi
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1423 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 109 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 108 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1065 kg 850 kg
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2520 mm


 

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