2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 423 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.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf | Citi |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1595 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |
