2005 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 57 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Touran | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Touran | Versa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
