2010 Volkswagen Citi vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 2 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 667 kg more than 2012 Audi A4.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. 2012 Audi A4 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. 2012 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Citi | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Citi | A4 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1423 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |
