2006 Volkswagen Citi vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S60 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 568 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, 2000 Volvo S60 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Citi | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Citi | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 857 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
