2007 Ford Freestyle vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2007 Ford Freestyle and 2007 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Freestyle (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2007 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 Freestyle (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 2007 Ford Freestyle has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Freestyle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Freestyle | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Freestyle | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |