2006 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo

To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 992 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.

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 Volkswagen Passat (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Volkswagen Passat 2009 Volkswagen Polo
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Passat Polo
Year Released 2006 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3300 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 208 km/hour 184 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.4 seconds 10.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1318 kg 2310 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Height 1590 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 45 L


 

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