2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2011 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 643 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Silverado | Terrain |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 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 | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |