2006 Nissan Micra vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Verossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Verossa would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 483 kg more than 2006 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Verossa 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 2001 Toyota Verossa. 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, 2001 Toyota Verossa (377 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra. 2001 Toyota Verossa has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Verossa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Micra | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Verossa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1384 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
