2005 Nissan Micra vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Micra | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.3 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 100 L |
