2008 Nissan Terrano vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avanza would be higher. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 746 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Terrano (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Terrano | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Terrano | Avanza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.7 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
