2007 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
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 RAV4 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota RAV4 | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | RAV4 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2231 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
