2007 Volkswagen Citi vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2007 Volkswagen Citi and 2007 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (217 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 559 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 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Citi | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Citi | S40 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2521 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 162 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1419 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 62 L |