2022 GMC Terrain vs 2022 Ford Escape in Houma, LA
The 2022 Terrain Vs. 2022 Escape
The 2022 GMC Terrain is a compact crossover, but it comes with an outsized appearance that makes it more appealing to look at than options like the 2022 Ford Escape. It comes with a competitive engine in both performance and efficiency specs, and it has an optional all-wheel drive. Whether you want something pleasant for daily rides to work or can carry a large load of cargo in the rear, the 2022 GMC Terrain has many features to love. It has a roomy interior, safety features, and a modern infotainment system.
Read further to discover more about how options like the 2022 GMC Terrain and 2022 Ford Escape compare so you can make the right decision. Then come to Barker Buick GMC to check out the 2022 GMC Terrain. You can test-drive anything in our inventory to compare to the Terrain so you can narrow your options down to the ideal car for you.
Interior Comparison
The interiors of the 2022 Terrain and 2022 Ford Escape are comparable in terms of dimensions. They both have 103 cubic feet among the seats and roughly 30 more in the cargo hold. Both cars also let you fold the seats flat for more cargo room.
Still, the 2022 Terrain is more elegant than the 2022 Escape. It comes with sophisticated features like a push-button shifter and a 60/40 split-folding seat. The 2022 Terrain also comes standard with a smartphone-compatible touchscreen. In base 2022 Escape models, the only audio system is an AM/FM radio, and you must upgrade for more current features. The standard touchscreen in the 2022 GMC Terrain features wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ technology and in-cabin Wi-Fi. You can also option a head-up display in the SLT, AT4, and Denali models. The most equipped 2022 Escape does have a competitive system, but many of the same features are in the most basic version of the Terrain.
Performance Comparison
The 2022 GMC Terrain comes with slightly better performance features than the 2022 Ford Escape's driving technology. For starters, the base engine in the Terrain is a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder. Meanwhile, the 2022 Escape has a 1.5-liter turbocharged three-cylinder. With the base Terrain engine, you are looking at over 10 more pound-feet of torque than the Escape's, which is notable when picking up speed. Either model lets you option a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, which each have comparable performance: interestingly, the Terrain 2.0-liter makes more horsepower, while the Escape 2.0-liter makes more torque.
Both SUVs come standard with front-wheel-drive and optional all-wheel-drive. You get a nine-speed automatic transmission in the Terrain, which shifts more smoothly than the eight-speed in the Escape. Front-wheel-drive models of either car are the way to go to maximize fuel efficiency.
Safety Features Comparison
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gave five-star safety ratings to the 2022 GMC Terrain and the 2022 Ford Escape. The leading authority on traffic safety only gives five stars to cars that demonstrate they keep occupants safe, even if an accident occurs. Both vehicles come with driver-assist features like automatic emergency brakes and lane-keeping technology as standard equipment. You can also option adaptive cruise control. Either model is a safe way to get from place to place in Houma, LA.
Find the 2022 Terrain in Houma, LA
Come to Barker Buick GMC in Houma, LA, and test-drive from our 2022 GMC Terrain options for sale. It is a better option than competitors like the Ford Escape. You can check out more models at our dealership to compare to the Terrain, so you make the right decision.