1997 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2010 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 13 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. 2010 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan Terrano II | 2010 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Nissan | Land Rover |
Model | Terrano II | LR2 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2389 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4498 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1908 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2659 mm |