2002 Isuzu VehiCross 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 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Isuzu VehiCross.
Because 2002 Isuzu VehiCross 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 Isuzu VehiCross 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 Isuzu VehiCross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Isuzu VehiCross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Isuzu VehiCross | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Isuzu | GMC |
| Model | VehiCross | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2858 mm |
