2009 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 272 kg more than 2007 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, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (119 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Citi |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1423 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 857 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |