2002 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra 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 360 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Vectra. 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 (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (229 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Terrano II | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Terrano II | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
