2008 Nissan Micra vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 706 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Micra | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1049 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
