2002 Honda Logo 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 Logo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Logo would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Honda Logo. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Logo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 149 kg more than 2002 Honda Logo. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Logo. (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Logo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Logo | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Logo | Polo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
