2010 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, both 2010 Hyundai Terracan and 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1022 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai Terracan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai Terracan | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
| Model | Terracan | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |
