2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Express and 2008 Hyundai Terracan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (324 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (162 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 901 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2008 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. 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 Chevrolet Express (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Express | Terracan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 324 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 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 | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |