2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1099 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.

Because 2006 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, 2006 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, both vehicles can yield 454 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Express 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Express Tahoe
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5324 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 454 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2360 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 98 L


 

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