2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Corvette and 2008 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,201 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (600 HP) has 513 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (87 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (815 Nm) has 687 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Micra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8201 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 87 HP |
| Torque | 815 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 46 L |
