2011 Nissan Versa vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 672 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 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Versa | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Versa | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4295 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
