2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 24 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.
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, 2008 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. 2008 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | CR-V | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
