2009 Peugeot 307 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, both 2009 Peugeot 307 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 307 (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2009 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 Peugeot 307 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Peugeot 307 | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 307 | Citi |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 76.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |