2009 Nissan Micra vs. 2010 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 283 kg more than 2009 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, 2010 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Micra. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Micra | 2010 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1049 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
