2005 Nissan Micra vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 158 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Micra | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| 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 | 101 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 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
