2006 Nissan Micra vs. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, both 2006 Nissan Micra and 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,340 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,187 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 1100 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 292 kg more than 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero.
Because 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero 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 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero. 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, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,113 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 985 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Micra | 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Nissan | SSC |
| Model | Micra | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 6340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 1187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 1113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 416 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1090 mm |
