2004 BMW 520 vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2004 BMW 520 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 BMW 520.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (314 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 520 | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 520 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
