2007 Nissan Sentra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Sentra 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
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 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Sentra | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Sentra | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |