2007 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2011 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain is newer by 4 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 596 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, 2011 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 2011 GMC Terrain 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. 2011 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Polo | 2011 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Volkswagen | GMC |
| Model | Polo | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
