2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1489 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 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. 2006 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Citi has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Citi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Sprinter | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Sprinter | Citi |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2346 kg | 857 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2640 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 49 L |