2011 GMC Terrain vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 GMC Terrain. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 GMC Terrain would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 294 kg more than 2012 Audi A3.
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, 2012 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Terrain | 2012 Audi A3 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Terrain | A3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1754 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
