2006 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Micra weights approximately 212 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra.
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 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Astra | Micra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 46 L |
