2009 Nissan Micra vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Nissan Micra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 593 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 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Micra. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Micra | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 97 L |
