2005 Nissan Micra vs. 2006 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Micra (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 308 kg more than 2005 Nissan Micra.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 2006 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1296 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
