2011 Nissan Micra vs. 2011 Holden Captiva
To start off, both 2011 Nissan Micra and 2011 Holden Captiva were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Holden Captiva (224 HP) has 145 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Micra. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Micra.
Because 2011 Holden Captiva 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 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, 2011 Holden Captiva (297 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Micra. (108 Nm). This means 2011 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Micra. 2011 Holden Captiva 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 Holden Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Micra | 2011 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Nissan | Holden |
| Model | Micra | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1666 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1514 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2449 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |
