2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra.
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 (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Micra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 46 L |
