2005 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2005 Toyota Camry

To start off, both 2005 Nissan Terrano II and 2005 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (117 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 50 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.

Because 2005 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Camry. 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 Toyota Camry (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. 2005 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Nissan Terrano II 2005 Toyota Camry
Make Nissan Toyota
Model Terrano II Camry
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2389 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 117 HP 184 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 197 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1625 kg 1575 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2830 mm


 

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