2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patrol | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
