2007 Nissan Micra vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Yaris (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Micra (186 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Micra | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
