2011 Nissan Versa vs. 2010 Porsche 911

To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 254 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 2010 Porsche 911 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 2010 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Nissan Versa 2010 Porsche 911
Make Nissan Porsche
Model Versa 911
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1800 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 122 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 172 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type CVT Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1251 kg 1505 kg
Vehicle Length 4295 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1694 mm 1808 mm
Vehicle Height 1534 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2601 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.9 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.4 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 64 L


 

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