2002 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (117 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester 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 350 kg more than 2003 Subaru Forester.
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, 2003 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Terrano II | Forester |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |