2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 190 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Golf | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
