2000 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 250 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2000 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. 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 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Terrano II | 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Terrano II | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
