2007 Nissan Versa vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Nissan Versa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta (235 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Versa | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Versa | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
