2007 Ford S-Max 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 Ford S-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford S-Max would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford S-Max (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 564 kg more than 2007 Ford S-Max.
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 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford S-Max | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | S-Max | Citi |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |