2013 GMC Terrain vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 2013 GMC Terrain and 2013 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 126 kg more than 2013 GMC Terrain. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 GMC Terrain. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Wrangler (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain. 2013 GMC Terrain has automatic transmission and 2013 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2013 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2013 GMC Terrain | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | GMC | Jeep |
Model | Terrain | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1874 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 4161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2857 mm | 2423 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |