2004 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2007 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Uplander (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (149 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Uplander | 2007 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Uplander | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
