2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 2009 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Micra. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Micra. 2009 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Nissan Frontier | 2009 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Frontier | Micra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | 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 | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 46 L |