2007 Jeep Liberty vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2007 Jeep Liberty is newer by 5 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Terrano II.
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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Liberty. 2007 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Liberty | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Liberty | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
