2005 Holden Rodeo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo

To start off, both 2005 Holden Rodeo and 2005 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Rodeo.

Because 2005 Holden Rodeo 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 2005 Holden Rodeo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Holden Rodeo (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.

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