2006 Nissan Micra vs. 2001 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Astra (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 192 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Astra.
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, 2001 Vauxhall Astra (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Micra | 2001 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Micra | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
