2004 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 2 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 321 kg more than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Saturn Vue (329 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue 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 | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Terrano II | Vue |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
