2006 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 4 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Polo | V50 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
