2002 Nissan Altima vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2002 Nissan Altima (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Altima | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Altima | Polo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |
