2005 Nissan Micra vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 5 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 683 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 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Micra | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 74 L |
