2006 Honda Element vs. 1993 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,387 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 365 kg more than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 1993 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Element | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |