1999 GMC Sierra vs. 2009 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sierra (267 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 350 kg more than 1999 GMC Sierra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1999 GMC Sierra (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. 2009 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 1999 GMC Sierra has manual transmission. 1999 GMC Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Sierra | 2009 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Sierra | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4784 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
