2010 Nissan Micra vs. 2010 Holden Captiva
To start off, both 2010 Nissan Micra and 2010 Holden Captiva were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Holden Captiva (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Holden Captiva weights approximately 756 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 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Holden Captiva 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 Holden Captiva (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Micra. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan Micra | 2010 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Nissan | Holden |
Model | Micra | Captiva |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1049 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |