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Is the Polo GTI engine the same as Golf GTI?

Is the Polo GTI engine the same as Golf GTI?

The Polo GTI is smaller and lighter, though the Golf GTI has more grunt. Power in both cars come from a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, making 147kW and 320Nm in the Polo GTI while the Golf GTI’s unit makes a slightly meatier 169kW and 350Nm.

Which is better Polo GTI or Golf GTI?

“The Polo GTi is shorter, lighter and better to drive,” said Volkswagen’s small car line director, Ralf Kölling. “The Golf has performance more oriented to the highway, the Polo GTI is more agile for a really good drive. The shorter wheelbase than the Golf gives the Polo that extra feeling of agility.”

Is a Polo better than a Golf?

It’s very practical for its size and does everything well. The Golf has a broader appeal, with more space and a wider choice of engines. It has a slightly more comfortable interior than the Polo, as well as the options of three-door, five-door or estate models. It’s our winner, by the slimmest of margins.

Is a Golf faster than a Polo?

If we’d tested a 1.0 TSI Golf the Polo might have won, but with this 1.5 TSI 130, the larger Golf offers a lot more for just a little extra outlay on PCP. It’s faster, comfier, better kitted out, gets more tech and has a higher-quality feel. It’s only slightly more practical, but this is enough to sway the decision.

What does TSI mean in cars?

Turbo Stratified Injection
Turbo Stratified Injection – TSI TSI is our pioneering technology for petrol engines. TSI engines are compact, high-powered and use less fuel. TSI technology blends the best of our TDI diesel and FSI (fuel stratified direct injection) petrol engines to give you excellent driveability and outstanding fuel economy.

What is the difference between polo and Golf game?

Summary of Golf vs Polo Polo has to be played with trained horses and safety equipment as opposed to golf poses no safety risk. Golf can take days to complete and can have as many as 180 players. Polo takes a couple of minutes or hours for the game to be completed.

What is GTI in polo?

The new Polo GTI 01: A modern sports car in the best tradition. Performance, technology, sportiness – the new Polo GTI is setting new benchmarks in its class. Strong drive: powerful turbo engine and Polo GTI sports chassis.