2005 Nissan Micra vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 7 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 2 (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 2 weights approximately 57 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, 2012 Mazda 2 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Micra | 2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 43 L |
