2006 Volkswagen Citi 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 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Micra weights approximately 192 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
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 (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Citi | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Citi | Micra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 12.9 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 | 857 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 46 L |
