2009 Nissan Versa vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Versa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Versa would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 84 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Versa | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Versa | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |