2007 Volkswagen Citi vs. 2010 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Alto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Alto. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
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 Citi (108 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Citi | 2010 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Suzuki |
| Model | Citi | Alto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1423 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
