2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2012 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2009 Infiniti QX56 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 2009 Infiniti QX56. 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, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti QX56 | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Infiniti | GMC |
Model | QX56 | Terrain |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1754 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 68 L |