2007 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Qashqai and 2007 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 89 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.
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 Qashqai (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Qashqai | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Qashqai | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 15.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |