2010 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (69 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 377 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, 2011 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. 2011 Honda Accord 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. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Polo | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Polo | Accord |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1682 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
