2009 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 3 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 1 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 213 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, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Kalos | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kalos | Citi |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |
