2012 Nissan Rogue vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Nissan Rogue is newer by 1 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (84 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 440 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.
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, 2012 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Rogue | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rogue | Polo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4656 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
