2002 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2003 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2003 Porsche GT2 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche GT2 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 424 kg more than 2003 Porsche GT2.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Porsche GT2. 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, 2003 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Terrano II | 2003 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Terrano II | GT2 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
