2006 Nissan Micra vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Nissan Micra and 2006 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel 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 312 kg more than 2006 Opel 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, 2006 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Micra | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Micra | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 52 L |