2005 Nissan Micra vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Nissan Micra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Corsa (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Corsa weights approximately 351 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Micra | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 44 L |
