2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 994 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Tahoe | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 409 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 405 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |