2009 Nissan Micra vs. 2011 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Micra. (88 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 534 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 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Micra. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Micra. 2011 Subaru Forester 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. 2011 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Nissan Micra 2011 Subaru Forester
Make Nissan Subaru
Model Micra Forester
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1461 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 88 HP 170 HP
Torque 185 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 990 kg 1524 kg
Vehicle Length 3720 mm 4559 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1781 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1699 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2616 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 64 L


 

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