2007 Nissan Micra vs. 2007 Holden Captiva
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Micra and 2007 Holden Captiva were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Holden Captiva (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Holden Captiva weights approximately 815 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 2007 Holden Captiva 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, 2007 Holden Captiva 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 Holden Captiva (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Micra | 2007 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Nissan | Holden |
| Model | Micra | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |
