2001 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 12 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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta 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 580 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2001 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Fiesta. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Terrano II | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Terrano II | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2489 mm |
