2009 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord 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 (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 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 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Citi has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Citi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Citi |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 49 L |