2002 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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 79 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 530 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (314 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Nissan Terrano II | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | Terrano II | Vitara |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2988 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |