2008 Toyota Hilux vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 224 kg more than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux. 2012 GMC Terrain has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Hilux | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Hilux | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1754 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
