2007 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 is newer by 6 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Mazda CX-09. (269 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda CX-09. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 357 kg more than 2013 Mazda CX-09. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-09. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-09.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Tahoe | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |
