2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 946 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 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (749 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra. 2012 Porsche Panamera 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. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Micra | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 749 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1049 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 100 L |
