2011 GMC Terrain vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2011 GMC Terrain and 2011 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 107 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 725 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2. 2011 GMC Terrain has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 GMC Terrain | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Terrain | 2 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |