2007 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi

To start off, both 2007 Audi A8 and 2007 Volkswagen Citi were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,996 cc, 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (444 HP) has 324 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 1135 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 2007 Audi A8 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, 2007 Audi A8 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, 2007 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. 2007 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Citi has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Citi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A8 2007 Volkswagen Citi
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model A8 Citi
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5996 cc 1780 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 120 HP
Torque 580 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 187 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.1 seconds 8.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1995 kg 860 kg
Vehicle Length 5070 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 49 L


 

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