2010 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Prius (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 335 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 (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Polo | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Polo | Prius |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1682 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 4.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
