2009 Nissan Micra vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 68 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Micra | Touran |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1374 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 | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |