2005 Mitsubishi Proudia vs. 2007 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2007 Nissan Versa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Versa.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Versa. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Versa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia | 2007 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Proudia | Versa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
