2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2006 Honda CR-V and 2006 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 897 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.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. 2006 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda CR-V | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | CR-V | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |