2005 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 164 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (126 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (119 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2003 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 126 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 4.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |