2005 Nissan Micra vs. 2003 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2005 Nissan Micra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,729 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 702 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Micra weights approximately 47 kg more than 2003 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2003 TVR Speed 12 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 2003 TVR Speed 12. 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, 2003 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 753 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 2003 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Micra | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 7729 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 57 L |
