2011 Nissan Micra vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP) has 113 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Micra. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Micra.
Because 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Micra. (108 Nm). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Micra. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Micra | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Micra | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 192 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1666 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1514 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2449 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
