2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2008 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Terracan.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Terracan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2008 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Avalanche | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
