1998 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2000 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 323 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
Because 2000 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (186 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord. 1998 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2000 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
