Ford Fiesta 2012 vs Volkswagen Polo 2009

 
Ford Fiesta
2012 - 2017
Volkswagen Polo
2009 - 2014
Gearbox: ManualManual
Engine: 1.0 Petrol1.2 Petrol

Performance

Power: 80 HP60 HP
Torque: n/a NM108 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 14.9 seconds16.1 seconds
Ford Fiesta is more dynamic to drive.
Ford Fiesta engine produces 20 HP more power than Volkswagen Polo. Thanks to more power Ford Fiesta reaches 100 km/h speed 1.2 seconds faster.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 4.35.5
Real fuel consumption: 6.7 l/100km6.5 l/100km
By specification Ford Fiesta consumes 1.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Polo, which means that by driving the Ford Fiesta over 15,000 km in a year you can save 180 litres of fuel.
But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Ford Fiesta consumes 0.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Polo.
Fuel tank capacity: 42 litres45 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 970 km in combined cycle810 km in combined cycle
1100 km on highway1000 km on highway
620 km with real consumption690 km with real consumption

Dimensions

Length: 3.95 m3.97 m
Width: 1.72 m1.68 m
Height: 1.48 m1.49 m
Ford Fiesta is 2 cm shorter than the Volkswagen Polo, 4 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity: 295 litres280 litres
Even though the car is shorter, Ford Fiesta has 15 litres more trunk space than the Volkswagen Polo. The Volkswagen Polo may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers.
Turning diameter: 10.2 meters10.6 meters
The turning circle of the Ford Fiesta is 0.4 metres less than that of the Volkswagen Polo, which means Ford Fiesta can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): 1`4951`550
Safety:
Ford Fiesta scores higher in safety tests.
Quality:
below average

average
Volkswagen Polo has slightly fewer faults.
Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Ford Fiesta, so Volkswagen Polo quality could be a bit better.
Average price (€): 48004400
Pros and Cons: Ford Fiesta has
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • roomier boot
  • higher safety
Volkswagen Polo has
  • lower price
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