2005 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 438 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.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Polo | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
| Model | Polo | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2615 mm |
