2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (311 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1389 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | F-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |