1996 Nissan Sunny vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Sunny (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 152 kg more than 1996 Nissan Sunny.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Nissan Sunny (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Sunny | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Sunny | Polo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |