2005 Nissan Micra vs. 2005 Subaru Forester

To start off, both 2005 Nissan Micra and 2005 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 388 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 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Nissan Micra 2005 Subaru Forester
Make Nissan Subaru
Model Micra Forester
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1386 cc 1992 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 88 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.8 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.9:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 172 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.9 seconds 11.4 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1047 kg 1435 kg
Vehicle Length 3720 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.3 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 60 L


 

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