2004 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2004 Nissan Terrano II and 2004 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 647 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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 Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Terrano II | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terrano II | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
