2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 875 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 2007 SsangYong Korando 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
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2008 Nissan Micra | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Micra | Korando |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |