2009 Volkswagen Citi vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 1,421 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (84 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 154 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Citi | Polo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1421 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
