2011 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 2011 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2011 Chevrolet Cruze and 2011 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Micra. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Micra. (108 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Micra. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Chevrolet Cruze | 2011 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Cruze | Micra |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1400 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
Torque | 200 Nm | 108 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4597 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1666 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2449 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 46 L |