2002 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 106 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 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (314 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Terrano II | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
