2007 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 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 Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Polo | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Polo | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
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 | 4560 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2512 mm |