1997 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 16 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA 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 206 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Because 1997 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA 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 | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Terrano II | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2776 mm |
