2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 275 kg more than 2012 GMC Terrain. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Toyota | GMC |
Model | Land Cruiser | Terrain |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 68 L |