2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 412 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.

Because 2011 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Terracan.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Express 2011 Hyundai Terracan
Make Chevrolet Hyundai
Model Express Terracan
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4802 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 285 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 345 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 18.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 2162 kg
Vehicle Length 6210 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 2090 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 3940 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 75 L