2007 Toyota Auris vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Auris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Auris would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Auris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Auris (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Auris weights approximately 412 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Auris (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Auris | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Auris | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2231 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 15.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
