2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1212 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 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Micra | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 16.8: 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 100 L |
