2006 Nissan Micra vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Micra | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Micra | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |