2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2010 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i10 is newer by 2 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 13 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i10. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 71 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, 2010 Hyundai i10 (153 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 2010 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Micra | i10 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 35 L |
