1997 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 12 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1997 Nissan Terrano II.
Because 1997 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen T5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 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 | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terrano II | T5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
