2009 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2009 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Optra and 2009 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Optra (108 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Micra. (87 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Micra weights approximately 181 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Optra.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Optra (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Micra.
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2009 Chevrolet Optra | 2009 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Optra | Micra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 87 HP |
Torque | 150 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |