2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Express and 2009 Volkswagen Citi were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Citi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Citi has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Citi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Express | Citi |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 49 L |