2011 Nissan Micra vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, both 2011 Nissan Micra and 2011 Chevrolet Colorado were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP) has 106 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Micra. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Micra.

Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Micra. (108 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Micra.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Nissan Micra 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Nissan Chevrolet
Model Micra Colorado
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1200 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 79 HP 185 HP
Torque 108 Nm 258 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 3780 mm 5270 mm
Vehicle Width 1666 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1514 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2449 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.6 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 72 L


 

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