2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1992 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Camry would be higher. 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 132 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Camry. (188 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 435 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.

Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Camry. 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Camry. (255 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Camry. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Camry 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 Chevrolet Tahoe 1992 Toyota Camry
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Tahoe Camry
Year Released 2009 1992
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 2958 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 320 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 461 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 9 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1075 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 70 L