2007 Nissan Micra vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Micra weights approximately 37 kg more than 2004 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, 2007 Nissan Micra (129 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Micra | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Micra | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1398 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 | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |