1999 Nissan Rasheen vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 286 kg more than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Versa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Rasheen 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, 2009 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Rasheen | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Rasheen | Versa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
