2008 Nissan Versa vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2008 Nissan Versa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 910 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (173 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Versa | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Versa | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |
