2007 Nissan Micra vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 878 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Micra | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Micra | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |