2008 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 168 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Polo | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo | T5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2459 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
