1997 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 495 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Terrano II | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Terrano II | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
