2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2011 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2011 Acura ZDX is newer by 6 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 260 kg more than 2011 Acura ZDX.
Because 2011 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura ZDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura ZDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2011 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Tahoe | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 79 L |
