2011 Nissan Versa vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz 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. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Versa weights approximately 204 kg more than 2012 Honda Jazz. 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, 2011 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Versa | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Versa | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4295 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
