2008 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 880 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
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 Touran (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touran | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Touran | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1427 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
