2009 Kia Picanto vs. 2001 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Kia Picanto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Kia Picanto. 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, 2001 Volkswagen Polo (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Picanto | 2001 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Picanto | Polo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
