2005 Nissan Micra vs. 2009 Proton Satria
To start off, 2009 Proton Satria is newer by 4 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Proton Satria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Proton Satria (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Proton Satria should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Proton Satria weights approximately 116 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, 2009 Proton Satria (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Proton Satria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 2009 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Micra | Satria |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 11.8 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 | 1043 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
