2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 365 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
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 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Fiesta | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |