2010 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 342 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.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 2007 Toyota Corolla 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. 2007 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Polo | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Polo | Corolla |
Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1550 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1088 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1682 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |