2009 Nissan Micra vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Nissan Micra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Micra weights approximately 124 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Micra | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Micra | Touran |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |