2003 Lada 2123 vs. 2006 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Micra (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 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, 2006 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada 2123 | 2006 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | 2123 | Micra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
