2007 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2011 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR2 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 611 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.
Because 2011 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR2 will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 2011 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Polo | 2011 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Land Rover |
Model | Polo | LR2 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1908 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |