2004 Nissan Titan vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1203 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan 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 Titan (514 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Titan | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Titan | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2398 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 45 L |
