2005 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (170 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 123 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 175 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |