2005 Mazda AZ vs. 2005 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2005 Mazda AZ 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 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Micra (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Micra weights approximately 287 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda AZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ 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, 2005 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda AZ | 2005 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | AZ | Micra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
