2011 GMC Terrain vs. 2012 Ford Edge
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2011 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Edge weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 GMC Terrain. 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, 2012 Ford Edge (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
2011 GMC Terrain | 2012 Ford Edge | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Terrain | Edge |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 4679 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |