2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (84 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 716 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (132 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Frontier | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
