2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Condor (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 397 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 2001 Toyota Condor 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 2001 Toyota Condor. 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 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Condor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1049 kg | 1446 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
