2005 Saturn Vue vs. 2005 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, both 2005 Saturn Vue 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Vue (144 HP) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Vue weights approximately 561 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 Saturn Vue (206 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn Vue | 2005 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Saturn | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vue | Citi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 49 L |
