2011 Nissan Versa vs. 2004 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 909 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.
Because 2004 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Versa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Versa | 2004 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Versa | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4295 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
