2006 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 326 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Polo | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Polo | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
