2007 Nissan Micra vs. 2005 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Fox would be higher. At 1,420 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Fox weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Fox (155 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Micra | 2005 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Micra | Fox |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1384 cc | 1420 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
