2011 Nissan Versa vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 671 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 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Versa | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Versa | Frontier |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1922 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4295 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |