2004 Audi A3 vs. 2011 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 364 kg more than 2004 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2011 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A3 | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1754 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
