2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Fiesta | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |