2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1995 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Fairlane 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 114 more horse power than 1995 Ford Fairlane. (206 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 319 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Fairlane. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Fairlane. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Fairlane. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Fairlane has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Fairlane 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 | 1995 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2930 mm |