2009 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2008 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 177 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, 2008 Volkswagen Citi (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos.
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2009 Chevrolet Kalos | 2008 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Kalos | Citi |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 858 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 | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |