2012 Nissan Versa vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Nissan Versa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Nissan Versa would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Versa. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 700 kg more than 2012 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Versa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Versa | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | Versa | M |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1815 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
