2007 Nissan Micra vs. 2007 Proton Gen
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Micra and 2007 Proton Gen were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Proton Gen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Gen (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Gen should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra.
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, 2007 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen. 2007 Proton Gen has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Proton Gen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Micra | 2007 Proton Gen | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Micra | Gen |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
