2009 Nissan Versa vs. 1998 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Stagea (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 12 kg more than 1998 Nissan Stagea.
Because 1998 Nissan Stagea 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 1998 Nissan Stagea. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1998 Nissan Stagea (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa. 1998 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Versa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Versa | 1998 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Versa | Stagea |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |