2010 Toyota Prius 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 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Prius would be higher. Both 2010 Toyota Prius and 2011 Nissan Versa are equipped with a 1,800 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 129 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, 2011 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota Prius | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Prius | Versa |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1251 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4295 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1745 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 4.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |