2003 Mazda Demio vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Micra (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Micra weights approximately 89 kg more than 2003 Mazda Demio. 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, 2010 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Demio | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Demio | Micra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2440 mm |
