2012 GMC Terrain vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, both 2012 GMC Terrain and 2012 Chevrolet Captiva were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 21 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
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 Chevrolet Captiva (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain. 2012 GMC Terrain has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 GMC Terrain | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Terrain | Captiva |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 4673 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1756 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2707 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |