2008 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Qashqai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Qashqai would be higher. At 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 825 kg more than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
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 Qashqai (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Qashqai | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Qashqai | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 15.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4200 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 | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
