2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2005 Toyota Yaris and 2005 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,390 cc, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 40 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Yaris | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Yaris | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1390 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1055 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |