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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (197 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 655 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (462 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (280 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. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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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 | 1984 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 462 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |