1999 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 11 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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 364 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 1999 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Terrano II | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
