2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 587 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.
Because 2011 SsangYong Chairman H is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 2011 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Micra | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |
