2009 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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 Subaru Outback Sport (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
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2009 Subaru Outback Sport | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Outback Sport | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |