2010 GMC Terrain vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 GMC Terrain. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 GMC Terrain would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2010 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 63 kg more than 2010 GMC Terrain. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Terrain. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL 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, 2013 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
2010 GMC Terrain | 2013 Acura TL | |
Make | GMC | Acura |
Model | Terrain | TL |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 2118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |