2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 354 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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 (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Yaris | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Yaris | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |