2009 Acura TL vs. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 408 kg more than 2009 Acura TL.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TL | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4807 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
