2010 Nissan Versa vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Versa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Versa would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Versa weights approximately 81 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, 2011 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Versa | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Versa | Versa |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1141 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
