2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Versa. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 232 kg more than 2013 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Highlander | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Highlander | Versa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 41 L |
