2006 Honda Element vs. 2011 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Micra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP) has 77 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Micra. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Micra.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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 Honda Element (217 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Micra. (108 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Micra. 2006 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 2011 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Element | Micra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1666 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2449 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |
