2013 Nissan Versa vs. 2013 Nissan Z

To start off, both 2013 Nissan Versa and 2013 Nissan Z were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Versa. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 506 kg more than 2013 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Nissan Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Nissan Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Versa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Versa.

Compare all specifications:

2013 Nissan Versa 2013 Nissan Z
Make Nissan Nissan
Model Versa Z
Year Released 2013 2013
Body Type Sedan Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1600 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 327 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type 5-speed manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1067 kg 1573 kg
Vehicle Length 4455 mm 4246 mm
Vehicle Width 1695 mm 1845 mm
Vehicle Height 1514 mm 1326 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption 5.4 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 7.3 L/100km 11.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 41 L 72 L


 

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