2009 Toyota Sienna vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (261 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 108 kg more than 2011 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 Sienna (246 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Versa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Sienna | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Sienna | Versa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
