2009 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic 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, 2011 Honda Civic (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Polo | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Polo | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
