2003 Subaru R2 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru R2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru R2 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. 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 (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru R2 | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | R2 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 56 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
