2004 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 137 kg more than 1998 Toyota Previa.
Because 2004 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1998 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Terrano II | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Terrano II | Previa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
