2007 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2011 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-Z 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-Z. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-Z weights approximately 28 kg more 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 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-Z. (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Polo | 2011 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Polo | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2436 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
