2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 2006 Nissan Micra

To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra.

Because 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra. 2007 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Nissan Frontier 2006 Nissan Micra
Make Nissan Nissan
Model Frontier Micra
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3954 cc 1384 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 261 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 381 Nm 128 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 82.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 9.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 3720 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 3200 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 6.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 46 L


 

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