2008 Volkswagen Citi vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 392 kg more than 2008 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 Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Citi. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Citi | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Citi | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 105 HP |
Torque | 141 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |