2008 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka is newer by 3 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 139 kg more than 2011 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Polo | 2011 Ford Ka | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Polo | Ka |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |