2006 Nissan Micra vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 36 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.
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, 2006 Nissan Micra (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Micra | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1049 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
