2010 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 770 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Audi A4 | 2001 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A4 | Polo |
Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1826 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2809 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |