2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Punto | Citi |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
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 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 49 L |