2006 Nissan Micra vs. 2006 Toyota Sienna
To start off, both 2006 Nissan Micra and 2006 Toyota Sienna were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sienna (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra.
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 Toyota Sienna (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra. 2006 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Micra | 2006 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 3308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 76 L |
