2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2012 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 4 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Silverado | Terrain |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1754 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |