2010 Nissan Micra vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, both 2010 Nissan Micra and 2010 BMW X6 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 708 kg more than 2010 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Micra. 2010 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Micra | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Micra | X6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 85 L |
