2011 GMC Terrain vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 78 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 360 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 Volkswagen Jetta (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terrain | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1778 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 3.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
