2002 Nissan Altima vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 415 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 Altima (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Altima | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Altima | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |
