2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 505 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Frontier | Versa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1149 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |
