2007 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (69 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1245 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Touareg | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2312 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |