2002 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte 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 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte 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 576 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Forte. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Nissan Terrano II | 2010 Kia Forte | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Terrano II | Forte |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |