2004 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 6 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 134 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.
Because 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Polo | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1366 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
