2008 Nissan Titan 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 Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Titan | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Titan | Polo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5600 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 45 L |