1999 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 13 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit 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 473 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit.
Because 1999 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Fit. 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, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Terrano II | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Terrano II | Fit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2499 mm |
