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. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 350 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.
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 Opel Vectra (355 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Micra | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Micra | Vectra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 74.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |