2005 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 1232 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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, 2005 Honda Civic (152 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 140 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |