2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Micra and 2008 Toyota Tundra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (382 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 100 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.
Because 2008 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra. 2008 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Nissan Micra | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Micra | Tundra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 6300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 4190 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 100 L |