2011 GMC Terrain vs. 2001 Honda Z
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Z 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 131 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 800 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Terrain. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Z 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, 2011 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Terrain | 2001 Honda Z | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Terrain | Z |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
