2009 Nissan Micra vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight 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, 2010 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Insight weights approximately 188 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.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Micra | 2010 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Micra | Insight |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1049 kg | 1237 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
