2012 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 111 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Polo | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1682 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 4.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
