2001 Mazda Demio vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 172 kg more than 2001 Mazda Demio. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Demio | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Demio | Polo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
