2008 Nissan Versa vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 4 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Versa. (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2012 BMW 118.
Because 2012 BMW 118 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 2012 BMW 118. 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, 2012 BMW 118 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Versa | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Versa | 118 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |