2011 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | C | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4606 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1459 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 71 L |
