2001 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i20 (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 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 Volkswagen Polo (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volkswagen Polo | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
| Model | Polo | i20 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.3 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
