1998 BMW 320 vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 357 kg more than 1998 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Terrain is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 320. 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, 1998 BMW 320 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 320 | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 320 | Terrain |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1833 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 71 L |