2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, both 2005 Ford Explorer and 2005 Nissan Terrano II were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (117 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 345 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
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 Ford Explorer (345 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Explorer | 2005 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Explorer | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 197 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |