2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 241 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 R 390 GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | Citi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
