2006 Nissan Micra vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2006 Nissan Micra and 2006 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo C70 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 168 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 Volvo C70 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Micra | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Micra | C70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1386 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 62 L |