1994 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1994 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Terrano II | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Terrano II | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
