2007 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 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 30 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 52 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Polo | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
| Model | Polo | i20 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 16 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 | 1174 kg | 1226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
