2001 Toyota Will 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 Toyota Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Will would be higher. At 1,390 cc, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Will (189 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Will weights approximately 436 kg more than 2005 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 Toyota Will (274 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (127 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Will | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Will | Polo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1390 cc |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1109 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
