2012 Nissan Frontier vs. 2012 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2012 Nissan Frontier and 2012 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP) has 182 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Micra. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Micra.
Because 2012 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Micra. (108 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Frontier | 2012 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Frontier | Micra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1666 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2449 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 46 L |
