2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 306 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | CR-V | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |