2008 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Matrix 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 33 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Matrix.
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 Hyundai Matrix (142 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
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2008 Hyundai Matrix | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Matrix | Polo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 63 HP |
Torque | 142 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 17 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |