2006 Nissan Micra vs. 2006 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, both 2006 Nissan Micra and 2006 Volkswagen Fox were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Micra (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 37 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Micra | 2006 Volkswagen Fox | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Micra | Fox |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1049 kg | 1012 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |