2006 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. (98 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 159 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2003 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
