2003 Acura EL vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura EL weights approximately 26 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, 2003 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura EL | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | EL | Polo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
