2007 BMW 116 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 116 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 116 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 116 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 116 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 3.5 L/100km |
