2009 BMW 135 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo

To start off, both 2009 BMW 135 and 2009 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 785 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.

Because 2009 BMW 135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 BMW 135 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 2009 BMW 135 has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 135 2009 Volkswagen Polo
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model 135 Polo
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 302 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 401 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 1300 RPM 3300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 184 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.3 seconds 10.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 2310 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.6 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 45 L


 

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