2011 Mazda 3 vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 3 weights approximately 248 kg more than 2010 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 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda 3 | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Micra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 46 L |
