2005 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Terrano II and 2005 Toyota Previa were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (123 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa 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 143 kg more than 2005 Toyota Previa.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Previa. 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 (274 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Terrano II | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Terrano II | Previa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
