2010 GMC Terrain vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, both 2010 GMC Terrain and 2010 Volkswagen T5 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Terrain weights approximately 490 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen T5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Terrain. 2010 GMC Terrain has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen T5 has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen T5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 GMC Terrain | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Terrain | T5 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |