2011 Nissan Versa vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1096 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Versa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Versa | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Versa | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1149 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2895 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |