2008 Nissan Versa vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 858 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Versa | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Versa | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2712 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
