2007 Volkswagen Transporter vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Transporter would be higher. At 2,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1203 kg more than 2010 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 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Transporter | Versa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2344 kg | 1141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
