2006 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2006 Volkswagen Polo and 2006 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 163 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. 2006 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Volkswagen Polo | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Polo | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |