2004 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (126 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 421 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1999 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (278 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Passat | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Passat | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
