2002 Honda Lagreat vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Lagreat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Lagreat would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Lagreat (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Lagreat should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 795 kg more than 2008 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, 2002 Honda Lagreat (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Lagreat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 2002 Honda Lagreat has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Lagreat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Lagreat | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lagreat | Polo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 1421 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2470 mm |
