2002 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 250 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Terrano II | Forester |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |