2011 Saab 9-4X vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Micra.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Micra. 2011 Saab 9-4X has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Saab 9-4X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Saab 9-4X | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Saab | Nissan |
| Model | 9-4X | Micra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4829 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 46 L |
