2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 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 1,595 cc, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 178 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 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Punto | Citi |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1595 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 49 L |
