2009 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 404 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Focus | Citi |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 49 L |