2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (178 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 446 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Expedition | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1269 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |