2001 Honda HR-V vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 159 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V.
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, 2001 Honda HR-V (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda HR-V | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | HR-V | Polo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 45 L |