2003 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2003 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 451 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2003 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 TVR Tuscan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2000 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Terrano II | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Terrano II | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
