2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Micra and 2008 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2008 Nissan Micra and 2008 Opel Vectra are equipped with a 1,596 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Micra (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 268 kg more 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, 2008 Nissan Micra (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Micra | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |
