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#1 of 19 Nissan Versa Driving Experience by pf_flyer HOST May 03, 2007 (4:03 am)
This is the place to discuss what the Versa driving experience is like. How does it handle? How's the road noise? Is it comfortable on longer trips? All those subjective issues that make up the "driving experience" Replies to this message: largemarge3 (Sep 12, 2007 8:22 pm) pf_flyer (Sep 13, 2007 3:33 am)
#2 of 19 So How Quiet is the Versa? by micweb May 02, 2007 (8:11 am)
I just got my Road and Track this month, and they tested four or five small cars with hot engines. The Sentra SE-R was on their list.   But wait, this isn't a post about econo rockets, its a question about noise levels, and here is where my question comes from: that Sentra was rated at only 70 dB at 70 mph, vs. 74 dB in a VW GTi; the other cars in the test were at 74 dB, except for one other at 70 dB. (I think for every 3 dB difference there is a perceived doubling in sound level.)   As I get older, minor differences in handling, gas mileage, and acceleration seem to matter less to me than peace and QUIET.   So,   How quiet is the Versa? It seems like Nissan might be building quieter cars, based on the Sentra test, but how about the Versa? Replies to this message: jacksan1 (May 02, 2007 8:17 am)
#3 of 19 Re: So How Quiet is the Versa? [micweb] by jacksan1 May 02, 2007 (8:17 am)
Replying to: micweb (May 02, 2007 8:11 am) Nothing beats actually driving one to see how quiet the car is TO YOU.   I have met people who think their Saturns were quiet, while I could not hear myself THINK.
#4 of 19 - by dudleyr May 02, 2007 (10:49 am)
Actually every 3 db is a doubling of the energy needed to create the sound. To the ear though, that difference is barely audible. Replies to this message: micweb (May 02, 2007 2:37 pm)
#5 of 19 Re: - [dudleyr] by micweb May 02, 2007 (2:37 pm)
Replying to: dudleyr (May 02, 2007 10:49 am) Wikipedia has a fairly opaque article on dB and you are right about the doubling of energy. BUT I couldn't find anything about the audibility difference; I do know my Impala rated at 67 dB in some magazine tests does seem much quieter than the typical econocar I drive - which are apparently closer to 74 dB (with the possible exception of the Sentra etc.).   If you have any information about (or links to) perceptible sound levels, please fill us in.
#6 of 19 - by dudleyr May 02, 2007 (6:36 pm)
Sheesh - nobody can look anything up themselves.    http://www.soundstage.com/interviews/int07.htm   The article above is one of many discussing the 3db threshold (maybe not the best, but one of the firt to pop up in google). Everybody can hear differently, but 3db is the industry standard for audio. Look at freq respons of speakers and they are almost always = or - 3dB   The jist is you can hear a 3 dB increase in sound, but you have to be paying attention. Look at a volume knob of a reciever that is calibrated in dB and turn it up 3. Not a huge difference.
#7 of 19 My 2 Cents by arcadianwings May 05, 2007 (10:16 pm)
How does it handle? >>> I can't say I'm very impressed by Versa at high speed on the highway. With its taller stance, it's quite susceptible to sway under side wind. However, the steering feel is great at all speeds and combine with the firm suspension to give it a solid-feeling ride, unless one likes the "smushy" handling of old Buick LeSabre.   How's the road noise? >>> The road noise is tolerable. There are other noises that may grab one's attention as well. I find the A/C start-up noise a bit excessive. The 6-speed transmission whines and can be audible in more enclosed areas. However, it is impressively quiet at idle.   Is it comfortable on longer trips? >>> Definitely, yes. There are plenty of cup holders to hold enough drinks to keep one hydrated as well. :o)
#8 of 19 Almost 10,000 miles by pf_flyer HOST Jul 23, 2007 (7:21 am)
I'll just say this... my 18 year old daughter now prefers taking the 6-speed Versa over the 2001 5-speed Altima when she borrow the car. She's also hinted that she wouldn't mind becoming the primary owner of the Versa once she's allowed to have a car on campus next year   I've blogged a bit about it on the Alternate Route
#9 of 19 Versa Performance.... by nissanguy2 Aug 08, 2007 (3:31 pm)
Greetings Everyone!   My 07 Versa just turned over 1200 miles, so i decided to "put my foot into it" at 60 mph. Put a smile on my face!! Went to 80 in no time flat!!! Tach went to about 4200 rpm and took my foot out of it.   Yes, I know its not a muscle car, but surprised at the performance!!! Geat "econo" car! Big car ride! Smooth!!!   Great Job Nissan!!   07 Versa Sedan S 4 Speed Auto DOP - 7-24-07                                  Bob
#10 of 19 Versa S Automatic by samnc Aug 15, 2007 (9:35 am)
Slow in accerleration from 20 to about 50mph. Very good in picking up speed from 60mph to 80mph. at above 70mph, steering is not stable, 195/65/R15 might be a better choice for the tires to improve steering but with some loss in mpg.

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