2012 Chrysler Delta vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Delta is newer by 1 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Delta (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Delta should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Delta weights approximately 245 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.
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, 2012 Chrysler Delta (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chrysler Delta | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | Polo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
