2009 Opel Corsa 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 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Opel Corsa.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Opel Corsa | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Corsa | Citi |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |