2005 Toyota RunX vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Micra weights approximately 302 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX.
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, 2005 Toyota RunX (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RunX | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | RunX | Micra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1442 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |
