2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1657 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (129 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra. 2009 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Discovery | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Discovery | Micra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 46 L |
