2000 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 71 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Coupe | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Polo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
