Polo TDI vs 301
Volkswagen · Peugeot
1/4 Mile winner
Polo TDI
Beats the 301 by 0.08s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Polo TDI beats the 301 by a hair, finishing 0.08 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Polo TDI thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
90 hp
115 hp
0–100 km/h
9.9s
10s
Top speed
190 km/h
185 km/h
Engine
1.4L I4 Diesel / 1.6L Diesel
Inline-4
Fuel
Diesel
Petrol
Torque
250 Nm
150 Nm
Price
$20,000
$23,500
Simulated race times
Distance
Polo TDI
301
100 m
7.778s
7.787s
1/8 mile
11.492s
11.521s
1/4 mile
17.267s
17.344s
1 km
30.911s
31.180s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Polo TDI is $20,000 vs $23,500 for the 301 — a $3,500 gap. Power: 301 makes 25 hp more (90 vs 115). Top speed: Polo TDI runs to 190 km/h, 5 km/h higher than 301.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Polo TDI or the 301?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Polo TDI is faster, beating the 301 by 0.08 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Polo TDI vs the 301?
The Polo TDI hits 100 km/h in 9.9 seconds, while the 301 does it in 10 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Polo TDI produces 90 hp; the 301 produces 115 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Polo TDI tops out at 190 km/h, and the 301 reaches 185 km/h.
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