1999 Nissan Crew vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Crew (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 78 kg more than 1999 Nissan Crew.
Because 1999 Nissan Crew is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Nissan Crew. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Nissan Crew (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Crew | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crew | Polo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
