2009 BMW X6 vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2002 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, 2009 BMW X6 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. 2009 BMW X6 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. 2009 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X6 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
