2004 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2005 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2005 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Frontier (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier 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 239 kg more than 2005 Nissan Frontier.
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, 2005 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. 2005 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2004 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 2004 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Terrano II | 2005 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Terrano II | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
