2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (239 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 980 kg more than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (447 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (377 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Tahoe | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 377 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |