2006 Ford Ka vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ka.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ka | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Ka | Citi |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 49 L |