2011 Nissan Micra vs. 2011 Ford Crown Victoria

To start off, both 2011 Nissan Micra and 2011 Ford Crown Victoria were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP) has 160 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Micra. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Micra.

Because 2011 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Micra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Micra. (108 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Micra. 2011 Ford Crown Victoria 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 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Nissan Micra 2011 Ford Crown Victoria
Make Nissan Ford
Model Micra Crown Victoria
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1200 cc 4604 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 79 HP 239 HP
Torque 108 Nm 374 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 3780 mm 5390 mm
Vehicle Width 1666 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1514 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2449 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.6 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 72 L


 

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