2008 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2008 Renault Sandero
To start off, both 2008 Volkswagen Polo and 2008 Renault Sandero were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2008 Volkswagen Polo and 2008 Renault Sandero are equipped with a 1,390 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Sandero weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Polo | 2008 Renault Sandero | |
Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
Model | Polo | Sandero |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1390 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 127 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 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 | 1056 kg | 1111 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |