2009 Volkswagen Citi vs. 1998 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Parati would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Parati (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 249 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Parati.
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, 1998 Volkswagen Parati (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Citi | 1998 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Citi | Parati |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
