2005 Nissan Terrano vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 9 kg more than 2005 Nissan Terrano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (383 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (328 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Terrano | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Terrano | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 87 L |
