2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 257 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 2006 Hyundai Terracan
Make Chevrolet Hyundai
Model Tahoe Terracan
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5328 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 284 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 427 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 98 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 170 km/hour 168 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2419 kg 2162 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 2070 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1970 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.1 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 75 L


 

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