2008 Nissan Xterra vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Xterra and 2008 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 241 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 2008 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra 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, 2008 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Xterra | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Xterra | Micra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3953 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 46 L |
