2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 4 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. Both 2008 Nissan Micra and 2012 Dacia Duster are equipped with a 1,461 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 210 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.
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 (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Nissan | Dacia |
| Model | Micra | Duster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
