2005 Mazda 2 vs. 2005 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2005 Mazda 2 and 2005 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 2 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Micra weights approximately 13 kg more than 2005 Mazda 2.
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 Mazda 2 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 2 | 2005 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 2 | Micra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1240 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 46 L |