2002 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, both 2002 Nissan Terrano II and 2002 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima 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 464 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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, 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Altima. 2002 Nissan Altima has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Terrano II | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Terrano II | Altima |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
