2005 Rover 25 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 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 25 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 119 kg more than 2005 Rover 25.
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 Rover 25 (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Rover 25 | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 25 | Citi |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1421 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |