2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1995 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (249 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1995 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. 2005 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1995 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 1995 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 1995 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patrol | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 960 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
