1997 Volkswagen W12 vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 623 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
Because 2013 GMC Terrain is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen W12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain 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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (719 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volkswagen W12 | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Volkswagen | GMC |
| Model | W12 | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1823 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 71 L |
