2011 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (178 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1383 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Polo | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Polo | Armada |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1269 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1682 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1981 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 17.3 L/100km |