2005 Holden Cruze vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Micra (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Micra weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Cruze 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, 2010 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Cruze | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Cruze | Micra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
