2010 BMW 535 vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Versa. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 736 kg more than 2013 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Versa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 535 | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 535 | Versa |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4856 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1847 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2885 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |
