2002 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 129 kg more 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Nissan Terrano II | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Terrano II | Sorento |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |