2006 BMW M3 vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (355 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (117 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 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 180 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW M3. 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, 2006 BMW M3 (370 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M3 | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |