2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 894 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 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Silverado | Citi |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1423 cc |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 49 L |