2001 Nissan Laurel vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 139 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.
Because 2001 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Laurel | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Laurel | Versa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2601 mm |
