2005 Nissan Micra vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2005 Nissan Micra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 315 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 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra. 1998 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
