2006 Nissan Micra vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 285 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Micra | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
