2012 GMC Terrain vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2012 GMC Terrain and 2012 Renault Megane 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 70 more horse power than 2012 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Megane.
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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane. 2012 GMC Terrain has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Megane 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.
Compare all specifications:
2012 GMC Terrain | 2012 Renault Megane | |
Make | GMC | Renault |
Model | Terrain | Megane |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |