2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac DTS 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (284 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 784 kg more than 2009 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac DTS. (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac DTS | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | DTS | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2419 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |