2007 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2007 Audi A3 (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A3 | Citi |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |
