2003 BMW 520 vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 194 kg more than 2003 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 520 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 2003 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520. 2012 GMC Terrain has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 520 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.
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2003 BMW 520 | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 520 | Terrain |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1754 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |