2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2001 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 335 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Terracan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 GMC Yukon (368 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Terracan. (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2001 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Yukon | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 368 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
