2006 Nissan Micra vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, both 2006 Nissan Micra and 2006 Toyota Hilux were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 312 kg more than 2006 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux. 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 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Micra | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Micra | Hilux |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |