2007 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 134 kg more 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 (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Polo | Sentra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |