2009 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Polo | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
