2006 Nissan Micra vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 5 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 972 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.
Because 2011 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Micra | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Micra | Rexton |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 78 L |