2003 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, both 2003 Nissan Terrano II and 2003 Subaru R2 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 880 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (103 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Terrano II | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Terrano II | R2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
