2008 Hyundai Trajet 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 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet 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 Hyundai Trajet (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
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2008 Hyundai Trajet | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Trajet | Citi |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 9.7 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 | 4700 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 49 L |