2005 Nissan Micra vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Micra and 2005 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 303 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 57 L |
