2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (291 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1390 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3, 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A3 | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A3 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |