2009 BMW 335 vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 7 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), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 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 268 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 335. 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, 2009 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 335 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 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 | 302 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
