2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (117 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 230 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
