2006 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander would be higher. 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 114 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 246 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 Toyota Highlander (302 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Highlander | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Highlander | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
