1998 Honda S-MX vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX 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, 1998 Honda S-MX 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, 1998 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda S-MX | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S-MX | Citi |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |