2009 Chevrolet Equinox 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 Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 182 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 404 kg more than 2010 GMC Terrain.
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, 2010 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2010 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Equinox | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
