2002 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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 453 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (314 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terrano II | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
