2005 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2005 Volkswagen Polo and 2005 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 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 97 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 40 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 Polo | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Polo | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |