2011 GMC Terrain vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo 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, 2011 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 184 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo. 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 Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Terrain. 2011 GMC Terrain has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Terrain | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
