2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Micra weights approximately 18 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
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 Toyota Yaris (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.3 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
