2005 Toyota Avensis vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (126 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 448 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1999 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Avensis | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Avensis | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
