2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2001 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (117 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1083 kg more than 2001 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2001 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 2001 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2001 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |