2009 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2010 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2010 Nissan Tiida is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Tiida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Tiida (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 195 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.
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, 2010 Nissan Tiida (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (123 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Nissan Tiida | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Polo | Tiida |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |