2011 GMC Terrain vs. 2012 Lexus CT
To start off, 2012 Lexus CT 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 48 more horse power than 2012 Lexus CT. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus CT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 333 kg more than 2012 Lexus CT. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus CT. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus CT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Terrain | 2012 Lexus CT | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Terrain | CT |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 4321 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
