2009 Peugeot Partner vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Peugeot Partner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,867 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot Partner. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 11 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot Partner. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Peugeot Partner | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Partner | Polo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1867 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.5 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
