2005 Nissan Micra vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 8 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Micra weights approximately 7 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2013 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 42 L |
