2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 918 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Passat (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Passat | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1389 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
