2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 129 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
