2011 Nissan Versa vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 1 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), 2011 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Versa (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 1 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa.
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 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Versa | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Versa | Polo |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1149 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 3.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |