2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 673 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Citi has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Citi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Citi |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1595 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 49 L |
