2005 Nissan Micra vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Micra and 2005 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,389 cc, 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Micra (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Micra weights approximately 123 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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, 2005 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Micra | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1389 cc |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| 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 | 924 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 46 L |
