2008 Honda Fit vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 76 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Fit | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Fit | Polo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |