2011 Nissan Versa vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Versa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Versa would be higher. Both 2011 Nissan Versa and 2012 Chevrolet Cruze are equipped with a 1,800 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Versa | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Versa | Cruze |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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 | 122 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4295 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |