2010 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 3 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (178 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (146 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 36 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (178 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Polo | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
Model | Polo | Elantra |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1269 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1682 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |