2006 Nissan Micra vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 399 kg more than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Micra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Micra | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Micra | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1384 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2960 mm |
