2003 Volvo V50 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (84 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 368 kg more than 2012 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volvo V50 | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | V50 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
