2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2010 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2010 GMC Terrain is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2010 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 396 kg more than 2010 GMC Terrain. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Terrain, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2010 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Avalanche | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
