2009 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | ML | Citi |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 49 L |