2001 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Coupe (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (84 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 263 kg more than 2011 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, 2001 Hyundai Coupe (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Coupe | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Polo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2657 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
