2008 Toyota Yaris vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 1,390 cc, 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 30 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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 Volkswagen Polo (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Yaris | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Yaris | Polo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1390 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 121 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |