2008 Honda Stream 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 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Stream would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2008 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Stream | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Stream | Citi |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |