2002 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 8 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, 2010 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 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 475 kg more than 2010 BMW 118.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 118. 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, 2010 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 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 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Terrano II | 118 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
