1999 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (126 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 189 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60.
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, 2005 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Terrano II | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Terrano II | S60 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
