2009 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 304 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 3.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |