2007 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 358 kg more than 2006 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 Golf (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 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 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Golf | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf | Citi |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.7 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |
