2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (84 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 100 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 (152 Nm @ 4050 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fiesta | Polo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4050 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 11.9 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 | 970 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
