2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2008 Peugeot 1007
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Micra and 2008 Peugeot 1007 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Micra (87 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 1007. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 219 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 (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 1007. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 2008 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Micra | 1007 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
