2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2008 Honda HR-V and 2008 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 162 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2008 Honda HR-V (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda HR-V | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | HR-V | Polo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 135 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |