2007 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 206 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Polo | Prius |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |