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 HP105 HP
Torque: 105 NM175 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 14.9 seconds9.7 seconds
Volkswagen Polo is a more dynamic driving.
Ford Fiesta engine produces 25 HP less power than Volkswagen Polo, whereas torque is 70 NM less than Volkswagen Polo. Due to the lower power, Ford Fiesta reaches 100 km/h speed 5.2 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 4.65.3
Real fuel consumption: 6.7 l/100km6.3 l/100km
By specification Ford Fiesta consumes 0.7 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 105 litres of fuel.
But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Ford Fiesta consumes 0.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Polo.
Fuel tank capacity: 42 litres45 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 910 km in combined cycle840 km in combined cycle
1100 km on highway1000 km on highway
620 km with real consumption710 km with real consumption
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.
Volkswagen Polo 2009 1.2 engine: Although the engine has a chain, its lifetime is relatively short. Vibration at idling speed tends to be excessive.

Dimensions

Length: 3.97 m3.97 m
Width: 1.71 m1.68 m
Height: 1.50 m1.49 m
Both cars are similar in size. Ford Fiesta and Volkswagen Polo are practically the same length.
Trunk capacity: 295 litres280 litres
Ford Fiesta has 15 litres more trunk space than the Volkswagen Polo.
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`4801`570
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 (€): 50004000
Pros and Cons: Ford Fiesta has
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • roomier boot
  • higher safety
Volkswagen Polo has
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • lower price
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