2005 Nissan Micra vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 8 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 871 kg more than 2005 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Micra | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2774 mm |
