Peugeot 208 2012 vs Volkswagen Polo 2009
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 1.2 Petrol | 1.4 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 82 HP | 85 HP | |
| Torque: | 118 NM | 132 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 12.1 seconds | |
| Peugeot 208 engine produces 3 HP less power than Volkswagen Polo, whereas torque is 14 NM less than Volkswagen Polo. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 5.9 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 45 litres | |
| Ground clearance: | 100 mm (3.9 inches) | 133 mm (5.2 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Volkswagen Polo can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Volkswagen Polo version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 3.96 m | 3.97 m | |
| Width: | 1.74 m | 1.68 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.49 m | |
| Peugeot 208 and Volkswagen Polo are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 285 litres | 280 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1076 litres | no data | |
| Peugeot 208 has 5 litres more trunk space than the Volkswagen Polo. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | 10.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Peugeot 208 is 0.2 metres less than that of the Volkswagen Polo. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`527 | 1`550 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | below average | average | |
| Volkswagen Polo has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Peugeot 208 has serious deffects in 25 percent more cases than Volkswagen Polo, so Volkswagen Polo quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 4800 | 4000 | |
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