2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 121 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Golf | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 125 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |