2009 Nissan Versa vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Camry (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 71 kg more than 1998 Toyota Camry.
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, 1998 Toyota Camry (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Versa | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Versa | Camry |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |