2005 Toyota Tazz vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tazz would be higher. At 1,423 cc, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tazz (180 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tazz should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 87 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (119 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tazz | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tazz | Citi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 857 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |
