1996 Skoda Felicia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Felicia would be higher. Both 1996 Skoda Felicia and 2005 Volkswagen Polo are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (63 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 254 kg more than 1996 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (124 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Skoda Felicia | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Felicia | Polo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |