2002 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2004 Saturn ION
To start off, 2004 Saturn ION 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Saturn ION. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 510 kg more than 2004 Saturn ION. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Saturn ION. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Terrano II | 2004 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Terrano II | ION |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
