2010 Volkswagen Citi vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, both 2010 Volkswagen Citi and 2010 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 2010 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. 2010 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Citi has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Citi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Citi | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Citi | 325 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1423 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 63 L |