1998 Toyota Caldina 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 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina 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 66 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 623 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 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 Toyota Caldina. 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, 2013 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 2013 GMC Terrain has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Caldina has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Caldina | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Caldina | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1823 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 71 L |
