2006 Rover 45 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 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Rover 45.
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 (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Rover 45 | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 45 | Citi |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |