2004 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 712 kg more than 2011 GMC Terrain. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Terrain. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 2011 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Ram | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 1754 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |
