2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1995 Xedos 6
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1995 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1995 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Xedos 6 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Xedos 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1995 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Xedos |
| Model | Tahoe | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
