2008 Nissan Versa vs. 2010 BMW 323
To start off, 2010 BMW 323 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Versa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Versa would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Versa.
Because 2010 BMW 323 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Versa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 323 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Versa | 2010 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Versa | 323 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
