2012 GMC Terrain vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2012 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 259 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 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 2004 Porsche 911. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Terrain | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Terrain | 911 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1754 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 17.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
