2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2001 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 325 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (242 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2001 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sportage | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |