2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 510 kg more than 2006 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 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cee'd | Citi |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1367 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 49 L |
