2010 SsangYong Stavic vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2010 SsangYong Stavic and 2010 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 856 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Stavic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 SsangYong Stavic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. 2010 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 SsangYong Stavic | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stavic | Polo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
