2005 Honda FR-V vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda FR-V weights approximately 422 kg more than 2006 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, 2005 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda FR-V | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | FR-V | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |