2002 Caterham Superlight R vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, both 2002 Caterham Superlight R and 2002 Nissan Terrano II were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (190 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Caterham Superlight R should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 1380 kg more than 2002 Caterham Superlight R.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Caterham Superlight R. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Caterham Superlight R. (203 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Caterham Superlight R.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Caterham Superlight R | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Caterham | Nissan |
Model | Superlight R | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2660 mm |