2012 GMC Terrain vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC 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 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 383 kg more than 2013 Scion tC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion tC 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 Scion tC. 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 Scion tC (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain. 2012 GMC Terrain has automatic transmission and 2013 Scion tC has manual transmission. 2013 Scion tC 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 | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | GMC | Scion |
| Model | Terrain | tC |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
