2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 276 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Touran (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touran | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Touran | Citi |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |
