2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2008 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 2 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 302 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Citi. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2008 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Golf | Citi |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 250 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |