2004 Nissan Quest vs. 2001 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 978 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Quest | 2001 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Quest | Polo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3505 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1938 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |