2011 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Versa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Versa would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 183 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa. 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 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Jetta | Versa |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4644 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1482 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2651 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
