2009 Nissan Murano vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2009 Nissan Murano and 2009 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 337 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Murano | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Murano | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |