2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2002 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 685 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. 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 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Terracan | 2002 Chevrolet S-10 | |
Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
Model | Terracan | S-10 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3130 mm |