2008 Nissan Primera vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Primera and 2008 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,182 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Primera (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 410 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Primera | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Primera | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2182 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
