1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 184 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Tahoe | Colorado |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5698 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 258 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |