2001 Nissan Almera vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Almera. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Almera weights approximately 102 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Almera. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Almera | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Almera | Polo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
