2008 Fiat Sedici vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Sedici. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Sedici would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Sedici (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 2008 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Sedici 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, 2008 Fiat Sedici (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Sedici | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sedici | Citi |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
