Volkswagen Golf 1986 vs Volkswagen Polo 2014
| Gearbox: | Manual | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.8 Petrol | 1.4 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 129 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 168 NM | 250 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.6 seconds | 7.8 seconds | |
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Volkswagen Polo is a more dynamic driving. Volkswagen Golf engine produces 21 HP less power than Volkswagen Polo, whereas torque is 82 NM less than Volkswagen Polo. Due to the lower power, Volkswagen Golf reaches 100 km/h speed 0.8 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.6 | 4.7 | |
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The Volkswagen Polo is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Volkswagen Golf consumes 3.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Polo, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Volkswagen Golf could require 585 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 45 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 630 km in combined cycle | 950 km in combined cycle | |
| 780 km on highway | 1090 km on highway | ||
| Volkswagen Polo gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 120 mm (4.7 inches) | 145 mm (5.7 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. | |||
| Volkswagen Polo 2014 1.4 engine: One of the most notorious issues with this engine series is excessive oil consumption caused by stuck piston rings. Another common problem is the actuator of the turbocharger’s wastegate, which is prone to ... More about Volkswagen Polo 2014 1.4 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 3.98 m | 3.97 m | |
| Width: | 1.67 m | 1.68 m | |
| Height: | 1.41 m | 1.45 m | |
| Volkswagen Golf and Volkswagen Polo are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 320 litres | 280 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 952 litres | |
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Volkswagen Golf has more luggage capacity. Volkswagen Golf has 40 litres more trunk space than the Volkswagen Polo. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.5 meters | 10.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volkswagen Golf is 0.1 metres less than that of the Volkswagen Polo. | |||
| Power steering: | Hydraulic power steering | Electric power steering | |
| Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`400 | 1`680 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 2200 | 5800 | |
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