2007 Nissan Versa vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 4 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Because 2011 BMW 123 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 123. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Versa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Versa | 2011 BMW 123 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Versa | 123 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |