1993 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 170 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 1993 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Terrano II | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Terrano II | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3240 mm |
