2011 Nissan Sentra vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 925 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Sentra | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sentra | Citi |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4575 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1511 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |
