2006 Toyota Yaris vs. 1995 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Yaris (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 395 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Volkswagen Polo (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Yaris | 1995 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Yaris | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
