2005 Nissan Micra vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Exeo weights approximately 353 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, 2011 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Micra | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.2 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 | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2642 mm |
