2007 Nissan Versa vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Versa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Versa would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Versa | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Versa | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |