2006 Volkswagen Citi vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 276 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.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Citi | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
| Model | Citi | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1423 cc | 2500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |
