2012 GMC Terrain vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 GMC Terrain. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 GMC Terrain would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2012 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 335 kg more than 2012 GMC Terrain. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
2012 GMC Terrain | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Terrain | Silverado |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1754 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 5702 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 3378 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 129 L |