2005 Nissan Terrano vs. 2000 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 314 kg more than 2000 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Terrano | 2000 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Terrano | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
