2009 Toyota Highlander vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 416 kg more than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Highlander | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Toyota | GMC |
Model | Highlander | Terrain |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 71 L |