2012 Nissan Livina vs. 2012 Nissan Micra

To start off, both 2012 Nissan Livina 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Livina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Livina (108 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Micra. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Livina should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Micra.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Livina (154 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Micra. (108 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Micra.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Nissan Livina 2012 Nissan Micra
Make Nissan Nissan
Model Livina Micra
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 79 HP
Torque 154 Nm 108 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 3780 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1666 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1514 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2449 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.2 L/100km 5.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 46 L


 

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