2011 GMC Terrain vs. 2000 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. (110 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 630 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. 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, 2011 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Terrain | 2000 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terrain | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2560 mm |
