2006 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2009 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Polo | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
Model | Polo | i20 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 16 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |