2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1197 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Silverado | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 461 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2272 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |