2007 Volkswagen Citi vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2007 Volkswagen Citi and 2007 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 328 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.
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 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Citi | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Citi | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1423 cc | 1598 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 857 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |