2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 683 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Uplander (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
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2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Uplander | Terrain |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1758 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 71 L |