2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Pickup would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Micra | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.3 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
