2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,156 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 2 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4156 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 75 L |
