2011 Ford E-250 vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 652 kg more than 2013 GMC Terrain. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford E-250 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 2011 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2011 Ford E-250 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford E-250 | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | E-250 | Terrain |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1758 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2154 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 71 L |