2008 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda CR-V weights approximately 388 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-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, 2001 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (131 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Polo | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Polo | CR-V |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1112 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |