2001 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 42 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.
Because 2001 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Terrano II | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terrano II | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2919 mm |
