2007 Volkswagen Citi vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2007 Volkswagen Citi and 2007 Volvo XC90 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 XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (206 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1125 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 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. 2007 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Citi | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Citi | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1423 cc | 2521 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 857 kg | 1982 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 72 L |
