2005 Nissan Terrano vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 253 kg more than 2005 Nissan Terrano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Terrano | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Terrano | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
