2007 Ford Fusion vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fusion weights approximately 89 kg more than 2010 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 Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fusion | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fusion | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
