2004 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 398 kg more than 2004 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Polo | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo | Touran |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1563 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
