2007 Nissan Micra vs. 2011 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i10 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i10. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 6 kg more 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 (129 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i10. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Micra | 2011 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Micra | i10 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
