2000 Honda CR-V vs. 2001 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda CR-V weights approximately 540 kg more than 2001 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, 2000 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda CR-V | 2001 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | CR-V | Polo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1745 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |