2006 Toyota Highlander vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 160 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Highlander | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Highlander | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |