2006 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (189 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 428 kg more than 2007 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 Toyota Corolla (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Citi |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |
