2006 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Versa weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa. 2006 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Versa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Touran | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Touran | Versa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
