2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, both 2009 Jaguar S-Type and 2009 Volkswagen Citi were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 2009 Jaguar S-Type is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Citi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. 2009 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Citi has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Citi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Jaguar S-Type | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | S-Type | Citi |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2718 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |