2006 Honda FR-V vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 357 kg more than 2007 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 Honda FR-V (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda FR-V | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | FR-V | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |