2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Micra and 2008 Rover 75 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 536 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 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Micra | 2008 Rover 75 | |
Make | Nissan | Rover |
Model | Micra | 75 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11 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 | 1049 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |