2008 Honda FR-V vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 721 kg more than 2008 Honda FR-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 FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda FR-V | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | FR-V | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
