2009 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,545 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2010 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota RAV4 | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | RAV4 | Versa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3545 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
