2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.
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, 2009 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 500 | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |