2003 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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 371 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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 | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Terrano II | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
