2003 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (69 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 88 kg more than 2010 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 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Golf | Polo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |