2009 Volkswagen Polo vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Camry (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 932 kg more than 1998 Toyota Camry.
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, 1998 Toyota Camry (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 1998 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Volkswagen Polo | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Polo | Camry |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |