1972 Citroen SM vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen SM would be higher. At 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen SM (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (117 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 175 kg more than 1972 Citroen SM.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen SM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 Citroen SM (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen SM | 2005 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | SM | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
