2003 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2003 Nissan Terrano II and 2003 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf 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 78 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2003 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Terrano II | Golf |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2389 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |