2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo and 2009 Nissan Versa were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Versa (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 174 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. 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, 2009 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | MiTo | Versa |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |