2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1276 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (367 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |
