2006 Toyota Prius 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 Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Prius weights approximately 126 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius. 2006 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Toyota Prius 2007 Volkswagen Polo
Make Toyota Volkswagen
Model Prius Polo
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1497 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 76 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 116 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.7 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Diesel
Top Speed 170 km/hour 206 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.9 seconds 9.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1174 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 3920 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.2 L/100km 5.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 45 L


 

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