2003 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. Both 2003 Volkswagen Polo and 2009 Volkswagen Polo are equipped with a 1,390 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 1201 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Polo.
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 Polo (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Polo | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo | Polo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1106 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
