2006 Volkswagen Citi vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 7 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 756 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 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Citi | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 857 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2776 mm |
