2005 Nissan Micra vs. 2011 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 6 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan X-Trail (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 2011 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Micra | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |
