2010 Volkswagen Citi vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 1077 kg more than 2011 Opel Corsa.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Citi | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
| Model | Citi | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1423 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 46 L |
