2011 Nissan Versa vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 2 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 2013 Chevrolet Sonic are equipped with a 1,800 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Versa weights approximately 14 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Versa | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Versa | Sonic |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| 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 |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1237 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4295 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1517 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |
