2010 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Versa (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Versa weights approximately 13 kg more than 2010 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, 2013 Nissan Versa (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Polo | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Polo | Versa |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1682 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
