2006 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 4 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 104 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 232 kg more than 2010 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 4.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
