2001 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Micra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Micra (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (65 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 263 kg more than 2005 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, 2001 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra. 2001 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Accord | 2005 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Micra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 46 L |
