2006 Nissan Micra vs. 2012 Opel Agila
To start off, 2012 Opel Agila is newer by 6 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 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 22 more horse power than 2012 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 109 kg more than 2012 Opel Agila. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Micra | 2012 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Micra | Agila |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 17.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1049 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 41 L |
