2011 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (84 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 452 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Polo | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Polo | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1682 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
