2003 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 9 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 275 kg more than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Sienna. 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. 2012 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Nissan Terrano II | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Terrano II | Sienna |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2389 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1791 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |