2008 Hyundai Atos vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Atos is newer by 2 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 25 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 28 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, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Atos | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Atos | Citi |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 49 L |
