Polo TDI vs Tiida
Volkswagen · Nissan
1/4 Mile winner
Polo TDI
Beats the Tiida by 0.14s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Polo TDI beats the Tiida comfortably, finishing 0.14 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Polo TDI thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
90 hp
126 hp
0–100 km/h
9.9s
10.1s
Top speed
190 km/h
190 km/h
Engine
1.4L I4 Diesel / 1.6L Diesel
1.6L Inline-4
Fuel
Diesel
Petrol
Torque
250 Nm
154 Nm
Price
$20,000
$14,500
Simulated race times
Distance
Polo TDI
Tiida
100 m
7.778s
7.848s
1/8 mile
11.492s
11.591s
1/4 mile
17.267s
17.404s
1 km
30.911s
31.111s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Tiida is $14,500 vs $20,000 for the Polo TDI — a $5,500 gap. Power: Tiida makes 36 hp more (90 vs 126). 0–100 km/h: Polo TDI is 0.20s quicker (9.9s vs 10.1s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the Polo TDI or the Tiida?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Polo TDI is faster, beating the Tiida by 0.14 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Polo TDI vs the Tiida?
The Polo TDI hits 100 km/h in 9.9 seconds, while the Tiida does it in 10.1 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Polo TDI produces 90 hp; the Tiida produces 126 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Polo TDI tops out at 190 km/h, and the Tiida reaches 190 km/h.
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