2001 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,968 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 338 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Volkswagen Polo | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Polo | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1404 mm |