2000 Saturn LW vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn LW would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Saturn LW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn LW (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn LW should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn LW weights approximately 329 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa. 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, 2000 Saturn LW (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn LW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa. 2000 Saturn LW has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Versa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Saturn LW will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saturn LW | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Saturn | Nissan |
| Model | LW | Versa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1149 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
