2010 Nissan Micra vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, both 2010 Nissan Micra and 2010 Peugeot 408 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 408 (143 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Micra. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Micra.
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, 2010 Peugeot 408 (240 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Micra. (185 Nm). This means 2010 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Micra | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Micra | 408 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
