2009 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Citi

To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine.

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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Citi. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Citi.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Volkswagen Polo 2008 Volkswagen Citi
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Polo Citi
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 149 HP 0 HP
Torque 220 Nm 141 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 216 km/hour 181 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.2 seconds 10.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3920 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 49 L


 

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