2007 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe. (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 34 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tahoe | Express |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |
