2009 Volkswagen Citi vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 976 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Volkswagen Citi | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Citi | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1423 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |