2007 Nissan Micra vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 5 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 116 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 395 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 2012 BMW 116 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Micra | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Micra | 116 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 51 L |
