2010 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2010 GMC Terrain
To start off, both 2010 Chevrolet Traverse and 2010 GMC Terrain were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2010 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 428 kg more than 2010 GMC Terrain. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chevrolet Traverse | 2010 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Traverse | Terrain |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2173 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5207 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1991 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |