2011 GMC Terrain vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 120 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 14 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 235 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 120 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 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2010 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Terrain | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Terrain | 120 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
