2006 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2006 Audi A8 and 2006 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (445 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 952 kg more than 2006 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 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, 2006 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra. 2006 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi A8 | 2006 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A8 | Micra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1240 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 445 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 149 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 16.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 46 L |