2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Volkswagen Citi were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 418 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.
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, 2006 Audi A3 (280 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A3 | Citi |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |
