2005 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Touran | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Touran | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
