2004 Honda Insight vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Micra weights approximately 196 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight.
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, 2008 Nissan Micra (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Insight | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Insight | Micra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 46 L |