2005 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 810 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Echo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Terrano II | 2000 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Terrano II | Echo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
