2011 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (178 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 116 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Polo (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Polo | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
| Model | Polo | Forester |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1269 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1682 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
