2004 Peugeot 106 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 106. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 252 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 106. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 106. (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Peugeot 106 | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 106 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.3 seconds | 13.9 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 | 880 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
