1996 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2000 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 406 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 380 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 406.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Terrano II | 2000 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Terrano II | 406 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
