2000 Ford F-150 vs. 2001 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2001 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (117 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford F-150 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. 2001 Nissan Terrano II has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2000 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan Terrano II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford F-150 | 2001 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-150 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
