Puma vs Polo
Ford · Volkswagen
1/4 Mile winner
Polo
Beats the Puma by 0.07s
Watch them race →The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Polo beats the Puma by a hair, finishing 0.07 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Polo thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
123 hp
140 hp
0–100 km/h
9.6s
9.5s
Top speed
191 km/h
190 km/h
Engine
Turbocharged Inline-3
1.0L Turbo I3 / 1.6L Diesel
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
200 Nm
175 Nm
Price
$28,000
$18,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Puma
Polo
100 m
7.675s
7.634s
1/8 mile
11.346s
11.291s
1/4 mile
17.057s
16.989s
1 km
30.575s
30.507s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
If budget is the deciding factor, the Polo is the obvious pick at $18,000 versus the Puma's $28,000. Both are formidable. The Puma suits buyers who prioritise balance and finesse; the Polo appeals to those after the bigger output.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Puma or the Polo?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Polo is faster, beating the Puma by 0.07 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Puma vs the Polo?
The Puma hits 100 km/h in 9.6 seconds, while the Polo does it in 9.5 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Puma produces 123 hp; the Polo produces 140 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Puma tops out at 191 km/h, and the Polo reaches 190 km/h.
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