2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2004 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 71 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2004 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2004 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Tacoma | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2660 mm |
