2005 Nissan Micra vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Micra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 673 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 2002 Toyota Tundra 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra. 2002 Toyota Tundra 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. 2002 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3270 mm |
