2007 Peugeot 107 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 107 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 107. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 1517 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 107. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 107. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 107 | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 107 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
