2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 5. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Tahoe | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
