2005 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 1 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 1,666 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 2 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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1666 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |