2004 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo

To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. Both 2004 Volkswagen Touran and 2006 Volkswagen Polo are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 147 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touran.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Volkswagen Touran 2006 Volkswagen Polo
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Touran Polo
Year Released 2004 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 79.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 95.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.7 seconds 10.7 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 1309 kg 1162 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.9 L/100km 4.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 45 L


 

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