2007 Nissan Micra vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,238 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Micra (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 24 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan Micra (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Micra | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Micra | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |