2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2008 Proton Savvy
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Micra and 2008 Proton Savvy 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 13 more horse power than 2008 Proton Savvy. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2008 Proton Savvy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Micra weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Proton Savvy. 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 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Proton Savvy. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Proton Savvy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 2008 Proton Savvy | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Micra | Savvy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
