2002 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 3 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 556 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota RAV4. 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) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Terrano II | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Terrano II | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 56 L |
