2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai i10 and 2009 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 1310 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i10 | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | i10 | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |