2000 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2008 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 968 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Because 2008 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2008 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. 2008 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2008 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Cavalier | Terracan |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |