2007 Nissan Versa vs. 2003 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Nissan Versa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2003 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 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Versa | 2003 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Versa | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |