2005 Honda FR-V vs. 2011 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Micra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda FR-V (138 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Micra. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2005 Honda FR-V (340 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Micra. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda FR-V | 2011 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | FR-V | Micra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1666 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2449 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 46 L |
