2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Micra and 2008 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan (83 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1156 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 Volkswagen Multivan (201 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Micra | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Micra | Multivan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 83 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 23.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 2199 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |