2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2008 Tata Indica

To start off, both 2008 Nissan Micra and 2008 Tata Indica were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Micra weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Tata Indica.

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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indica. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indica.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Nissan Micra 2008 Tata Indica
Make Nissan Tata
Model Micra Indica
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Size 1598 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 0 HP
Torque 153 Nm 116 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.5 mm 79.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 191 km/hour 160 km/hour
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 1045 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 3680 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 11.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 37 L


 

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