Nissan Pulsar face and Toyota Auris in Diesel versions, two models to consider in the toughest market category the compact.

Both opt for a variety of displacements, with the Nissan engine using known Renault 1.5 dCi source -of moment is the only option available Diesel and Toyota model- riding a 2.0 liters own development. It is a difference that, much as other aspects refine, logically transferred to the consumer and at the same time, defines the personality of mechanical, especially at low engine speeds. The Auris, with its 1,998 cm3, is more blunt in the lower area of ​​cuentavueltas and usually get out of every situation if we take a long march inserted, allowing a more relaxed driving without having to dip into the change.

different response

The dCi Nissan It is a bit more “lazy” at low revs, although one can not say your answer is poor. Yes it is less refined than the Toyota by transmitting vibrations and noise that offers both idle and acceleration phases intense. Instead, power delivery is more progressive on the Pulsar, as 1,700 rpm overcome stretching with a constant thrust to around 4,000 rpm, while rival in this comparative requests that do not carry him beyond 3,500 rpm.

The difference of 14 officers has remained CV when both models have gone through our roller bench with a higher maximum torque 4.5 mkg for Toyota, a jump that although the press has nearly 100 kg less in báscula- logically it is reflected in acceleration phases and recovery. The two Japanese compacts have a long exchange developments, focused on lowering fuel consumption and emissions, but also affect to varying degrees in performance. Thus, while the Auris deserves a notable in this section, the Press would remain in an approved, because its less agility requires going to change more frequently. The counterpart is consumption, because the actual average Nissan is located in the vicinity of the 5 l / 100 km, while Toyota has needed about 5.5 liters.

Ease the wheel

In behavior, the soft setting of the suspension of Pulsar makes clear his greatest approach to passenger comfort, This does not mean that it is a difficult car to drive when the pace quickens, because their reactions are noble and predictable, the direction transmits the drawn accuracy and good stability control moron brings the necessary security. The ride quality is one of the strengths of the new compact Nissan, only loses some refinement by the sound of the dCi in some situations.

Regarding Auris, despite having less than 10 cm wheelbase, the frame has served us more effective when winding roads linking curves, with input from a quick direction and pleasant feel. It highlights the aplomb with which Toyota operates even in the most demanding situations, transmitting driving confidence and driving safety. Overall, it seems that this version 120D It is a point above Press dCi pleasure of use.

new reference

The press goes up to 4.39 m long -Share structural elements with Qashqai- and ranks as one of the longest of its class cars. Inside especially it highlights the hollow leg of the rear passengers, a dimension in which becomes the best in its category and which takes 8 cm to Auris, located in the middle of the segment. The height is also bright in the Nissan, but the width matches that of many competitors -the Toyota stands out in this measuring 2 cm more- so that in the central square an adult will, in the end, something tight.

Press the trunk with 435 liters measured by our Technical Center, It is also the best in its class, only surpassed by the Honda Civic, while the Auris with 390 liters less capable but without detracting in this section.

Our units were equipped with the highest finishes of each -Tekna range in the Press and Advance in Auris-. Both include a very large endowment. In the case of Nissan, the most common elements add devices like the notice unintended lane change, control dead angle view camera 360th, LED headlights, leather or browser, among other details. Toyota instead enriches their equipment with xenon headlamps, active light for bends and junctions, parking assistance system, knee airbag for the driver, rear view camera … Discounts walk from dealer give benefit to Auris moment because the Tap still the ‘novelty factor’ is evident in its price.