2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Micra weights approximately 187 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ. 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 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | iQ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 32 L |
