2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 167 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 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | HR-V | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 13.9 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 | 1317 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 3.5 L/100km |
