2006 Nissan Micra vs. 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 295 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra. 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit 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. 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Micra | 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Micra | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
