2000 Ford Artic vs. 2000 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, both 2000 Ford Artic and 2000 Nissan Terrano II were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Artic (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Artic 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 327 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic.
Because 2000 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Artic. 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 Ford Artic (325 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Artic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 2000 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Artic | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2660 mm |
