2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Bigua 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 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1996 De Tomaso Bigua has manual transmission. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Tahoe | Bigua |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
