2010 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 203 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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 Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Volkswagen | GMC |
Model | Tiguan | Terrain |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1687 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |