2011 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1430 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.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Versa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Versa |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2652 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
