1993 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 16 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 330. 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, 2009 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. 2009 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1993 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 1993 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Terrano II | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Terrano II | 330 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |
