2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 611 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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 Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Silverado | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 75 L |
