2007 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2007 Dacia Sandero
To start off, both 2007 Volkswagen Polo and 2007 Dacia Sandero were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 84 kg more than 2007 Dacia Sandero. 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 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Polo | 2007 Dacia Sandero | |
Make | Volkswagen | Dacia |
Model | Polo | Sandero |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.5 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 | 1195 kg | 1111 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |