2006 Nissan Micra vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan 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. Both 2006 Nissan Micra and 2012 Renault Logan are equipped with a 1,461 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Micra (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Logan weights approximately 231 kg more than 2006 Nissan Micra.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Micra | 2012 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Micra | Logan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| 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 | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
