2012 GMC Terrain vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus IS (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 354 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS.
Because 2001 Lexus IS 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 2001 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2001 Lexus IS (247 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Terrain | 2001 Lexus IS | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Terrain | IS |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1754 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
