2005 Nissan Terrano vs. 2001 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saturn Vue (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 364 kg more than 2001 Saturn Vue.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn Vue. (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Terrano | 2001 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Terrano | Vue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
