2008 Kia Picanto vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2008 Kia Picanto 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 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Micra weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto.
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, 2008 Nissan Micra (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto. 2008 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Picanto | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Picanto | Micra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 16.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 46 L |
