2009 Volkswagen Citi vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Citi | 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Citi | 156 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1423 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 63 L |
