2009 Nissan Versa vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Altima weights approximately 211 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.
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, 2006 Nissan Altima (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Versa | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Versa | Altima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
