1993 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,387 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 235 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1993 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Terrano II | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Terrano II | Forester |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
