2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 186 kg more than 2009 Fiat Fiorino.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fiorino | Polo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
