2009 Honda Element vs. 1993 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 16 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 246 kg more than 2009 Honda Element.
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, 1993 Nissan Terrano II (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 1993 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Element | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |