2007 Nissan Versa vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Versa. (122 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Versa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Versa. 2011 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Versa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Versa | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Versa | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
