2007 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 465 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 2010 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Polo | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |