2001 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carens (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 233 kg more than 2010 Kia Carens.
Because 2001 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Terrano II | 2010 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Terrano II | Carens |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1519 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
