2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Micra and 2008 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S40 weights approximately 332 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra.
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 Volvo S40 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Micra | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Micra | S40 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 7.3 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 | 1043 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |