2000 Oldsmobile Achieva vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Oldsmobile Achieva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Oldsmobile Achieva would be higher. Both 2000 Oldsmobile Achieva and 2012 GMC Terrain are equipped with a 2,400 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 Oldsmobile Achieva.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Oldsmobile Achieva | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | GMC |
| Model | Achieva | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 182 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1849 mm |
