2008 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2010 Fiat Fiorino

To start off, 2010 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Fiorino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Fiorino (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 86 kg more than 2010 Fiat Fiorino.

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, 2010 Fiat Fiorino (119 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Volkswagen Polo 2010 Fiat Fiorino
Make Volkswagen Fiat
Model Polo Fiorino
Year Released 2008 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1198 cc 1360 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 54 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 106 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.9 mm 77 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 147 km/hour 157 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 19.3 seconds 15 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1231 kg 1145 kg
Vehicle Length 3910 mm 3870 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.2 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 45 L


 

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