2002 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2004 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2004 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 2 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ascari KZ1 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 520 kg more than 2004 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ascari KZ1. 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, 2004 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Ascari KZ1 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 | 2004 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ascari |
| Model | Terrano II | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2636 mm |
