2001 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 11 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (117 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1047 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2001 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 2001 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Terrano II | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Nissan | Land Rover |
| Model | Terrano II | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2672 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2891 mm |
