1999 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo

To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Honda Civic 2007 Volkswagen Polo
Make Honda Volkswagen
Model Civic Polo
Year Released 1999 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1797 cc 1894 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 167 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 7600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 166 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 6300 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1270 kg 1195 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 3920 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2470 mm


 

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