2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 298 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 13.9 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 | 1430 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |