2005 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2009 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2009 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Polo | 2009 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Proton |
| Model | Polo | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
