2001 Audi Allroad vs. 2012 GMC Terrain

To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Audi Allroad. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi Allroad weights approximately 42 kg more than 2012 GMC Terrain.

Because 2001 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Terrain. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi Allroad 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, 2001 Audi Allroad (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain. 2012 GMC Terrain has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi Allroad has manual transmission. 2001 Audi Allroad will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Audi Allroad 2012 GMC Terrain
Make Audi GMC
Model Allroad Terrain
Year Released 2001 2012
Body Type Station Wagon Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Flex Fuel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 1748 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4707 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1684 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2858 mm
Fuel Consumption 7 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.3 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 68 L


 

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