2006 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 174 kg more than 2006 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Volkswagen Polo 2005 Volkswagen Golf
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Polo Golf
Year Released 2006 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1422 cc 1894 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 79 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 195 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.6 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 174 km/hour 235 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.8 seconds 7.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1162 kg 1336 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.6 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 55 L


 

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