2010 GMC Terrain vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 GMC Terrain. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 GMC Terrain would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2010 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 905 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.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Terrain. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Terrain | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Terrain | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 2009 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
