2012 Infiniti M vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 10 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 210 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.
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, 2012 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Infiniti M | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
Model | M | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4945 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1514 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2901 mm | 2660 mm |