2005 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 488 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT 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 370 kg more than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT. 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, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Terrano II | 2006 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Terrano II | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
