2005 Nissan Micra vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2005 Nissan Micra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Condor (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 379 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 2001 Toyota Condor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Micra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Toyota Condor (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Condor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1426 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
