2009 Nissan Micra vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Micra (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ka weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Nissan Micra.
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 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Micra | 2010 Ford Ka | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Micra | Ka |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 35 L |