2000 BMW 318 vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 318 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 62 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 369 kg more than 2000 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 318 | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 318 | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 71 L |
