2009 Nissan Versa vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 448 kg more than 2009 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 2004 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Versa | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Versa | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
