2007 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 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 Volkswagen Golf (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Golf | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
