2002 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2009 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 7 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), 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Terrano II.
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, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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 | 2009 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Terrano II | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
