2006 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 364 kg more than 2006 BMW 330.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 330 | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |