2005 Mazda Carol vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Carol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Carol would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (84 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 440 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Carol | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Carol | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 657 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |