2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. Both 2008 Volkswagen Golf and 2005 Volkswagen Polo are equipped with a 1,390 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 241 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Golf | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1390 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1055 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
