2002 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 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 8 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 210 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (314 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester 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 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Terrano II | Forester |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
