2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 2005 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 2,604 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 273 kg more than 2005 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 Drifter 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 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 2005 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Drifter | Micra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2604 cc | 1386 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1047 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 46 L |
