2010 Toyota Prius 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 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Versa. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 256 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.
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, 2013 Nissan Versa (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Prius | Versa |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4455 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1745 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 4.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 4.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |