2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2011 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 3 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan X-Trail (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 2011 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Micra | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |
