2002 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2001 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Outback 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 270 kg more than 2001 Subaru Outback.
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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Terrano II | 2001 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Terrano II | Outback |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
