2005 Subaru Forester vs. 2001 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (117 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
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 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Forester | 2001 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Subaru | Nissan |
Model | Forester | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 197 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |