2011 Toyota Highlander vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (178 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 521 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 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Highlander | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Highlander | Polo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2700 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1269 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4785 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
