2011 GMC Terrain vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio 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 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 634 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2011 GMC Terrain | 2012 Kia Rio | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Terrain | Rio |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1600 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 | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4850 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 | 1126 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 4046 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |