2006 Volkswagen Citi vs. 2010 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sportage weights approximately 663 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, 2010 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. 2010 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Citi has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Citi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Citi | 2010 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Citi | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 857 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 65 L |
