2002 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2012 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Sierra weights approximately 522 kg more than 2012 GMC Terrain. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 GMC Sierra 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, 2002 GMC Sierra 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, 2002 GMC Sierra (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Sierra | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Sierra | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
