2006 Kia Picanto 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 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (84 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 410 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Picanto | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
