2007 Nissan Versa vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 6 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Versa | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Nissan | Mazda |
Model | Versa | 3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |