2009 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 2 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 84 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1489 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 98 L |
