2002 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 515 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 (314 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Terrano II | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Terrano II | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
