2005 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 2010 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Polo | X6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |
