2007 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, both 2007 BMW X5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (202 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 1298 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 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (119 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. 2007 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW X5 | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | X5 | Citi |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1423 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 857 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 49 L |