2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2007 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 21 kg more than 2008 GMC Sierra.
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 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 2007 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Sierra | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
