2002 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Versa. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2013 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Versa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Touareg | Versa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 41 L |
