2012 Nissan Versa vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2012 Nissan Versa and 2012 Mercedes-Benz B were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (156 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Versa. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Versa.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (250 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Versa | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Versa | B |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
