2012 GMC Terrain vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Eos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Eos would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 255 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. 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 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
2012 GMC Terrain | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Terrain | Eos |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 4423 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |