1999 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 324 kg more than 1999 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Polo. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo | Golf |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2578 mm |
