2001 Kia Sportage vs. 2003 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2003 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 169 kg more than 2001 Kia Sportage.
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, 2003 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Sportage | 2003 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sportage | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |