2006 Nissan Micra vs. 1995 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 157 kg more than 1995 Toyota Lexcen.
Because 1995 Toyota Lexcen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Micra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Micra | 1995 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
