2006 Nissan Micra vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2006 Nissan Micra and 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 350 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.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Micra | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Micra | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.7 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 | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |