2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 317 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
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 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fusion | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Fusion | Citi |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |