2009 Nissan Micra vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Micra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Sentra (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 526 kg more than 2009 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Micra | 2006 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Micra | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1049 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
